Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock draft provides insight into the potential strategies for the New York Giants and the broader landscape of the upcoming NFL draft:
1. Giants’ Pick: With the top three quarterbacks already off the board in Kiper’s mock draft, he suggests that the Giants should address their wide receiver needs. Kiper selects Rome Odunze from Washington for the Giants, highlighting Odunze’s impressive stats from the previous season, which could make him a potential No. 1 receiver for the team.
2. Reasoning for Wide Receiver Pick: Kiper emphasizes the importance of providing support for quarterback Daniel Jones, who is expected to be fully recovered from his injury by the start of the 2024 season. Strengthening the receiving corps with a potential No. 1 receiver like Odunze could significantly improve the Giants’ offense.
3. Quarterback Situation: Although Kiper suggests the Giants could consider drafting a quarterback, it appears less likely given the absence of top quarterback prospects in his mock draft. However, he mentions the ongoing debate surrounding Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy, who is projected to be selected by the Broncos at No. 12. McCarthy’s strengths and weaknesses are discussed, indicating differing opinions on his draft value.
4. General Manager’s Perspective: Giants general manager Joe Schoen hasn’t ruled out drafting a quarterback but hasn’t disclosed specific plans regarding the position. However, regardless of the quarterback situation, adding a potential No. 1 receiver like Odunze could benefit the team both in the short term and long term.
Overall, Kiper’s mock draft highlights the importance of addressing key needs for NFL teams while considering the available talent pool in the draft, especially in scenarios where top quarterback prospects are already chosen.
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